As you know, family has been something I’ve been trying to understand over the years. My son gave that word a whole new feeling and meaning. But now, my longtime partner and soon-to-be wife, Jaquoi, has deepened and redefined what family truly means to me.

Jaquoi is the most selfless woman I’ve ever met, and she’s the only person who’s made me honestly believe in what people call “love.” Love is also a word that has increasingly puzzled me as I’ve grown older, but it finally makes sense with her.

She has shown me that love is not just an emotion but a choice—a commitment to stand by someone through life’s ups and downs, to give without expecting, and to support each other as we grow. Her patience, kindness, and unwavering belief in me have reshaped my understanding of love I never thought possible.

Jaquoi has not only become my partner but also my best friend, my confidante, and the foundation of the family we’re building together. She’s shown me how beautiful life can be when it’s shared with someone who truly understands and accepts you.

With her and Quincy by my side, I feel stronger, more complete, and more inspired than ever to create the kind of life reflecting the love and happiness they bring into my world every day.